Why is this recommended for children of 3yrs +? Why not younger children?
16929
From what I understand, mats "rated" for >3 need to be at 9/16" thick. This is just under that and is not legally (i.e. public places/daycares etc.) approved for children under 3.
16930
not sure. There are no small parts or anything. My only guess would be that they could possibly bite off a piece and swallow it? For what it's worth, I got ours when my son was a year old and he was a baby that put everything in his mouth. He never tried to put the mats in his mouth though. A year and a half later of really heavy use and they still look great!
16931
Probably just because they had to put an age on it. I bought these to put under a play structure outside when my daughter wad 2. It has been over a year & they are still working out great!
16932
I never noticed that. My son used it from 6 months. As he got older he started pulling on the corners and trying to chew on it some; maybe that is why they rate it for 3yrs+
16933
I am not sure why it is not recommended for children younger than 3+ yrs. I bought these for a play area in my house that is all tile and my daughter has been playing on them since she was a year old. She is now 2 1/2 yrs old and we have never had issues. The boarders of the mats are removable so maybe this is why, but even so, they are so big, I personally don't feel like they are a chocking hazard. Hope this helps.
1021430
Yes, I think 3 is still a good age for this. My daughter is just over 2 and she's very tall for her age & I don't think she'll outgrow it any time soon. So the size is good for a 3 year old & its a very fun gift!
1155852
Using the DS requires very good fine motor skills. Few 3 year olds have the skills to make the game do what they want, so it is frustrating and gets set aside. I would not get a DS for age three unless the child is already writing letters pretty well.
368660
We gave it to our 4 yr old granddaughter &she did very well with it immediately. A 3 yr old might wany an older person - sibling or adult depending on motor skills.
1430923
Per the manufacturer, this is recommended for ages 3 - 8. Please let us know if you have any further questions.
1999183
My son is fifteen months (he was seven months when we got it for him) and he has little interest in it. There's a similar product at Target that he absolutely loves that it seems like everyone has. I would get that one (it's cheaper anyway). I can't imagine a three year old being interested in this.
1299588
Most reviewers bought it for their 2 year olds (or younger). I bought it for my child's 4th birthday. Personally, I think it works best for 3-4 year olds.
30645
My daughter received hers for her 3rd birthday. She's very smart but she does have difficulty with tracing the letters and numbers in the "pet" application. However, for a 2-1/2 year old I'm sure that it would be useful, just as long as it keeps their attention. Some kids do better than others. Mine has a bit more energy and can only play for a short time before wanting to get up and go. If the device lasts long enough, it should be useful for up to 9 years, but I'm sure we'll have quite better equipment to choose from by then.
1043640
I would say that if you use this item in a gentle way it should be ok. If used on low heat and used with the diffuser it should work well. However, if the child has very fine hair it may not be a good idea. So, I can't say one way or the other if this item would be recommended for a three year old. In thinking further about it I wouldn't think that a 3 year old would really need it for styling but maybe if the child needs a quick dry after washing that would be ok.
2117472
I think this may be little too advanced for a 3 year old. It is a wonderful toy; very well made and amazing the way it moves and the sounds but I think I would wait until the child is about 6 years old. But I wouldn't hesitate to buy now.
1471208
I wouldn't recommend it for a 2-3 year old, there are a lot of very small pieces. It's definitely better for older children. The durability is good. I had one when I was a little girl and 30+ years later it's still in my dad's basement. I purchased one for my 5-year old last Christmas. It's probably a better fit for children around 4-5 at least.
5435
Yes, ages 5-10 seems correct. Some reviewers mentioned letting three-year-old play. That's too young due to threat of choking if they put it in their mouth. Even kids who don't eat things anymore may still experiment with putting it in their mouth and accidentally swallow it. Why take a chance?
445374
I would say it is better suited for the 3 year old. Our 6 year old has played with it but had commented that it is too 'baby-ish' for her. We found a different digital camera for her that worked well. Our 4 year old adores this camera though.
453251
It costs money to pass the tests that allow you to market your product to children under the age of 3. Many companies don't want to spend the money, especially when the toy is geared towards older children anyway.
93951
It's probably best for children 2+, i bought these for my daughter and she is 21 months and still a bit small for them! I would say they are probably best for ages 3-6, and i wouldnt worry much about a weight limit! They are VERY sturdy!! I sit in them (uncomfortably!) from time to time and they support me no problem! (110lbs!)
2173031
I'd say it's best for 2/3 to 6/7 year olds. I have a 3 yr old and 5 yr old who play with it a ton (both girls) and their big brother (8 yrs old) joins in sometimes but loses interest quickly.
524012
I think it depends on the child. Our daughter was 6 when we got hers, but I'm sure she would have been fine earlier. I agree with the other response, not sure I'd go much below 4 years.